Florissant in St. Louis County, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)

James J. Eagan

Born March 4, 1926 - Died in office November 2, 2000

Photographed By Jason Voigt, February 9, 2020

1. James J. Eagan Marker

Inscription. He was the first Mayor elected under the 1963 Charter. During his administration a new Community Center and Civic Center were built. He initiated the LSV program and free bus service for older residents. Proud of his Irish ancestry, he was affectionately referred to as the "Jolly Green Giant". A lawyer and judge, he served as Mayor for thirty-seven years.

Erected 2011 by City of Florissant.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Government & Politics • Roads & Vehicles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1963.

Location. 38° 47.506′ N, 90° 19.403′ W. Marker is in Florissant, Missouri, in St. Louis County. Marker is at the intersection of Rue Saint Francois and Boone Street, on the right when traveling west on Rue Saint Francois. Marker is near Florissant City Hall. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 895 Rue St Francois, Florissant MO 63031, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Harold "Hal" Schuchmann (a few steps from this marker); Robert G. Lowery, Sr. (a few steps from this marker); Jules ONeil (within shouting distance of this marker); John Mullanphy (within shouting distance of this marker); John H. "Johnny" Londoff, Sr.

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Joseph Peters (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Rita Ann Moellering (about 300 feet away); Charles Castello (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Florissant.

More about this marker. Marker was dedicated on September 26, 2011, and was the eighth sidewalk plaque of Florissant's "Walk Through History" series.

Regarding James J. Eagan. Eagan was one of the longest-serving mayors in the United States, especially in Missouri. He was known as the "Jolly Green Giant" because he was often seen wearing a Kelly green jacket.

Also see . . . James J. Eagan on Wikipedia. (Submitted on February 15, 2020, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.)

Photographed By Jason Voigt, February 9, 2020

2. James J. Eagan Marker

In front of Florissant City Hall

Credits. This page was last revised on February 15, 2020. It was originally submitted on February 15, 2020, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 236 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 15, 2020, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.